Ozobot Classroom vs Virtual Robotics Toolkit
Ozobot Classroom
classroom.ozobot.comVirtual Robotics Toolkit
virtualroboticstoolkit.comSide by side
| Figure | Ozobot Classroom | Virtual Robotics Toolkit |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | Free | — |
| Free plan | Yes | — |
| Free trial | — | Yes |
| Open source | — | — |
| Web | Yes | — |
| Windows | Yes | Yes |
| macOS | Yes | Yes |
| iOS | Yes | — |
| Android | Yes | — |
| Plans published | 2 | 1 |
| Spec score · Robotics Education Software | 8.6 (#5) | 7.0 (#24) |
| Headquarters | Newport Beach, California, United States | Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada |
| Intended users | Ozobot describes Classroom as a teacher-facing K–12 portal for educators using Ozobot robots in schools. | The maker describes the toolkit as useful for educators, robotics teams, and enthusiasts learning or practicing robotics. |
| Purpose | Ozobot Classroom is a K–12 STEAM lesson portal and companion software for Ozobots used in schools. | The toolkit lets users build, program, and simulate LEGO MINDSTORMS robots. |
| Support | Ozobot lists [email protected] and +1 (310) 318-0070 for help and provides a Classroom Help page with setup and Color Code resources. | The documentation offers learning materials for different skill levels and links to an official forum. |
| System requirements | Educators can use Chromebook, macOS or Windows 10 computers with Chrome or Edge; Bluetooth 4.2 or later is recommended for device use. | The documented minimum requirements include a 64-bit operating system, 4 GB RAM, an Intel i3/i5 or AMD A8/A10 processor, and an internet connection for initial activation, competitions, and the Learning Environment. |
Plans
In their own words
Ozobot Classroom
Ozobot Classroom is a free K–12 STEAM lesson portal and companion software for Ozobot robots used in schools. Its library offers about 700 standards-aligned lessons across grades K–12 in computer science, math, ELA, science and social-emotional learning. Lessons use screen-free Color Codes or on-screen Ozobot Blockly coding. Teachers can use pacing guides with up to 30 lessons per grade, create and share lessons, and set up and manage devices. Boosted Bluetooth can update up to 18 bots at once. The web application requires no download; teachers use Chromebook, Mac or Windows 10 computers with Chrome or Edge. Students can use Color Codes without a screen or OzoBlockly on a computer or tablet, including iPads and Android tablets. Teachers can share lesson links through Google Classroom or another LMS, but importing rosters through the former Classes feature is no longer available. Ozobot says Classroom is FERPA- and COPPA-compliant, collects no student data and does not allow educators to create student accounts. Bit robots cannot connect to Classroom devices because they are not Bluetooth-enabled, so some features are unavailable with Bit.
Virtual Robotics Toolkit
Virtual Robotics Toolkit has no write-up on Specifiction yet; its figures are above.